The baby name Pradyumna is a Male name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced pruh-DYOO-muh-nuh.
Pradyumna is Sanskrit in Origin.
The baby name Pradyumna is a Male name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced pruh-DYOO-muh-nuh.
Pradyumna is Sanskrit in Origin.
Pradyumna is a Sanskrit masculine name derived from pra- "forth, very" + dyumna "splendor, might, heroism," conveying senses of "supremely brilliant," "exceedingly powerful," and "radiant glory." Classical sources also link it with light and valor, denoting luminous strength and auspicious prowess. The name therefore carries both luminous and martial connotations, appealing to families seeking a blend of brilliance and strength.
In Hindu literature (the Mahabharata, Vishnu Purana, and Bhagavata Purana), Pradyumna is celebrated as the son of Krishna and Rukmini and the rebirth of Kama, the god of love, after Shiva’s fiery glance. In the Vaishnava Pancharatra tradition he is one of the four vyuha emanations (with Vasudeva, Sankarshana, and Aniruddha), often associated with the mind and creative desire. The name has enduring use across India, especially among Vaishnavas. Variants include Pradyumn and Pradyuman; modern short forms such as Pradyun or Pradyu also appear.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 0 | #329 | 1 | 6,350 | |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #557 | 1 | 12,905 |
| BD | Boys | 0 | #604 | 2 | 10,045 |
| IN | Girls | 0 | #654 | 1 | 13,121 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #737 | 3 | 17,960 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #741 | 3 | 18,093 |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #785 | 1 | 12,213 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #804 | 3 | 18,755 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #872 | 10 | 17,948 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #874 | 128 | 16,750 |
| United States | Boys | 2023 | #894 | 5 | 7,053 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,136 | 8 | 22,615 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,182 | 1 | 25,439 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,272 | 1 | 25,619 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,685 | 7 | 28,008 |
Pradyumna is popular in 14 countries — most recent births per country:
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